The Autobahn Package adds a sunroof, a premium audio system, leather upholstery and heated front seats. The Thunderbunny Package adds sporty exterior styling elements such as a front spoiler and a rear valance. Other upgrades for the GTI include 18 inch wheels, an iPod adapter and, a navigation system.

Powertrains and Performance

A GTI with the standard six speed manual right off of the showroom floor can go from zero to 60 mph in under 7 seconds. A six speed manual transmission is standard, while a six speed automated manual called DSG is optional.

Safety

Safety is important to Volkswagen and the GTI. The GTI comes standtard with front seat side airbags and full length side curtain airbags, antilock disc brakes with brake assist, as well as stability control. Rear side-impact airbags are optional on 4 door models.

In safety testing for the GTI, it earned 4 stars out of 5 in front impact testing and a perfect 5 stars in side impact testing. The IIHS gave the GTI a rating of “Good” which in their terms is the highest possible rating.

Interior Design and Special Features

The interior of the GTI is not to mess with. It is very cleverly styled and traditionally laid out. The metallic strips put in the GTI set it off nice with the relaxing interior of the GTI. The thing people love is the sport seats inside the vehicle. The odd but necessary thing of the GTI’s interior is the flat bottomed steering wheel, which everyone seems to like. Also, the back seats in both the 2 door and 4 door model offer very comfortable seating positions.